General Operation; Checking For Gas Leaks - Toolland VL105 Manual Del Usuario

5. Operation
5.1

General Operation

1. Connect the pressure regulator [5] to the gas canister.
2. Connect the gas hose [6] to the pressure regulator [5] and the handle [3]. Remember that the screw
threads are left-handed.
3. Make sure all parts are properly connected and perform a gas leak test (see below). You can switch on the
weed burner only if it has passed the gas leak test.
4. Slowly open the gas tap. Then, slightly open the gas flow regulator valve [2] on the handle [3]. Be careful
not to open it too much as the gas pressure could blow out the flame. Let the air escape from the hose [6]
and burner, and wait until you hear the gas flow.
5. Slowly open the gas flow regulator valve [2] on the handle [3] to increase the gas pressure. Bring a flame
in front of the lighter nozzle [4]. Let the flame burn for a few seconds. Make sure not to let the flame grow
too much as this will decrease efficiency.
6. Pinch the handle [3] to produce a pointed blue flame. The flame size depends on how far the gas flow
regulator valve [2] is opened. Remember to point the flame at the ground and away from persons, animals
and objects.
7. Keep the nozzle [4] at a distance of approximately 15 cm of the weed. Gently waft the nozzle
approximately 5 seconds over the weed. Do not burn the plant completely, only the heat is needed.
Stronger weeds or woody stems (wild grass, roots, etc.) may require a repeat application. If necessary,
repeat this procedure after a few days. Do not use this device on flower beds or lawns.
8. Release the handle [3] to pause; the blue flame will disappear and the yellow flame will reappear. If
necessary, reduce the gas pressure by slightly closing the gas flow regulator valve [2]. Make sure not to
leave the pilot light burning when interrupting your work for more than a few seconds.
9. To switch off the burner, first close the gas tap completely and let the gas inside the burner consume. Only
when the pilot light has extinguished can you close the gas flow regulator valve [2] completely.
Never touch the nozzle immediately after use. Risk of burn injuries!
Leave the weed burner to cool completely before disconnecting and storing.
10. Disconnect the hose [6] from the gas canister. Always move a gas canister in its vertical position. Store
your weed burner and gas canister properly. Never refill or modify a gas canister.
5.2

Checking for Gas Leaks

Check for gas leaks before using the weed burner. Always perform the test in the open air.
1. Carefully close the gas tap and make sure to use a full gas canister.
2. Prepare a test solution made of one part liquid soap and one part water.
3. Use a brush, cloth or plant mister and apply the soapy solution on every (hose) connection and part where
a leak is suspected.
V. 01 – 30/11/2017
WARNING
Test all connections for gas leaks using a soapy solution.
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